The diverse and relatable characters. The way the stories capture real-life emotions and experiences makes it really engaging.
The depth and complexity of the themes explored. It makes you think and feel, and that's what keeps you hooked throughout.
Good RP stories are engaging because they allow people to step into different shoes. You can be a hero or a villain, someone from a different time or place. It gives a sense of freedom and creativity.
Well, the element of surprise. A good cliffhanger throws something unexpected at you at the end. For example, in a mystery story, the detective might be about to reveal the killer, but then the chapter ends, leaving you desperate to know. It also creates anticipation. You start to imagine all the possible outcomes, which keeps you hooked. Like in a thriller, when the hero is in a life - or - death situation at the end of an episode or chapter, you can't wait to see if they survive.
The mystery in good nosleep stories is a big part. For example, in stories like 'The Haunting of Hill House', there are always things that are not fully explained. It makes you keep thinking about it.
The suspense and mystery elements keep you on the edge of your seat. Good narration and a well-paced plot make it engaging.
The use of the unknown. Horror short stories often play with things we don't understand. Like in H.P. Lovecraft's stories, the eldritch and cosmic horrors that are beyond human comprehension are really engaging. It makes us feel small and vulnerable in the face of the unknown.
Well - developed characters play a huge role. When you care about the characters in a horror story, it becomes more engaging. For example, in 'The Shining', we get to know the Torrance family, and as they are slowly driven mad by the haunted Overlook Hotel, we feel their fear and desperation. The setting also matters. A spooky old mansion, a desolate forest, or an abandoned asylum can add to the overall horror atmosphere. And the plot twists. A sudden turn of events that you don't expect can make a horror story really engaging.
A good fall story could have elements such as cozy pumpkin patches, warm apple cider, and characters reflecting on the passing of another year. It might also incorporate the sense of new beginnings that autumn can bring.
A good fall story often has vivid descriptions of the changing seasons, maybe a character's growth or transformation during this time, and a touch of drama or mystery.
'Anne of Green Gables' also has some wonderful fall - related parts. The changing of the seasons on Prince Edward Island is beautifully described. When Anne is going to school in the fall, her adventures and her vivid imagination make it a great story to read aloud.
The interesting characters and their evolving relationships usually make it engaging. The plot twists and turns can also keep you hooked.